The Emmylou of the Emerald Isle.

— Nick Kelly, Broadsheet.ie

Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter, Performer, Educator and Founder ofSongs of Our Place

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Meteor Award Winner

Best Irish Female

Recording Artist

Three Decades of Music Releases

International Touring Artist

Europe, the UK & USA

Founder of Songs of Our Place

Community Songwriting Initiative

National Concert Hall

Health & Harmony Performer

18+ Years in Music Education & Creative Learning

Schools, Colleges, Healthcare & Arts Organisations

Hi, I’m Luan

From signing my first record deal at the age of twelve to touring internationally and releasing four studio albums, music has shaped every chapter of my life.

Today, alongside my work as a recording artist, I create opportunities for people of all ages to connect, express themselves and share their stories through songwriting.

Whether on stage, in a classroom or bringing people together through song, I’m passionate about creating spaces where people feel heard, valued and encouraged to share their voice.

Luan Parle ♡

Featured Projects

Featured Project

Songs of Our Place

The Watergate Theatre

A community songwriting initiative that brings people together through creativity, storytelling and original song.

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Train to Sligo

Collaboration

A unique songwriting journey by train. Collaboration, creativity and connection from Dublin to Sligo and back.

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Delivering live music performances in day care and dementia care settings across Ireland through The National Concert Hall's Health & Harmony programme, bringing connection, wellbeing and joy through music.

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Songwriting Workshops

Workshops & Education

Engaging songwriting workshops and programmes for schools, colleges, healthcare settings, festivals and community organisations.

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Minding Creative Minds

Mentoring

Mentoring and supporting members of Ireland's creative community through professional development programmes.

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Luan has a special talent for engaging and making people very welcome.

Gerry G. Leigh

The perfect mix of fun and musical education

Mark McDongh Train to Sligo

Luan was an excellent teacher. She included everyone and made sure every voice was heard.

Student Loreto Kilkenny

Surefire songwriting, soul-searching, social commentary, and sweet, sweet country tones

Folk & Tumble Never Say Goodbye Review

Never Say Goodbye' is a fine piece of work...the former pre-teen prodigy has matured into a first-rate artist.

Hot Press Never Say Goodbye Review

Luan is an incredibly talented songwriter and music educator.

IMRO Ireland's National Music Rights Organisation & Creative Partner

'Never Say Goodbye' will remind listeners of the quality of Luan Parle's vocals and songwriting

Lonesome Highway Album Review

Luan included everyone and made sure every voice was heard.

Loreto Secondary School Kilkenny Student Participant

The students were really engaged...developing confidence in their composition and performance ability

Participating Music Teacher Songs of Our Place

She was a joy to work with and her methods and style allowed for the participation of all.

South Kilkenny Historical Society Songs of Our Place Participant Group

The workshops opened up the world of music and gave the students confidence in their own creativity and ideas

St Michael’s National School, Danesfort

A fantastic day out....genuinely beneficial to everyone with an interest in how to craft a song

Train to Sligo Workshop Participant

Luan has a special talent for engaging and making people very welcome

Train to Sligo Workshop Participant

The work Luan did was nothing short of magnificent.

Watergate Theatre Songs of Our Place Partner

Organisations & Partners

Latest Release

Never Say Goodbye

2020 Studio Album

A deeply personal collection of 10 original songs. Featuring collaborations with Hal Lindes (Dire Straits), co-produced by Luan and her longtime musical partner Clive Barnes, and available on vinyl.

Spotify Apple Music Amazon Music

The result is her best record yet. Highlights include 'Running in Circles', a song that evokes Stevie Nicks

- Steve Cummins, The Sunday Times

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